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Property Description
***10% price reduction - 7.23% CAP and 9.52 GRM on current rents - 6% pre-tax cash flow return *** 1038 E. 53rd Street is now offered at a 7.23% CAP and 9.52 GRM following a 10% price reduction, delivering an estimated 6% pre-tax cash flow return on 2025 renovation and construction. In a market where recently built product often trades at lower yields, the current pricing places this property in a category that is increasingly difficult to replicate. The property offers a turnkey owner-user and rental-income opportunity in the heart of the Historic Central Avenue district of South Los Angeles. The property features a vacant 3-bed/1-bath home at the front of the lot, fully renovated in 2025; followed by an attached duplex with two renovated one-bedroom units; and a detached rear duplex completed in the same year. Ownership renovated the front unit to include wood-style vinyl flooring, shaker-style cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless-steel appliances, updated tilework, recessed lighting, in-unit laundry hookups, and new mini-split heating and cooling systems. The four 1-bdrm. units located in the attached and detached duplexes were newly constructed in 2025 and offer similar interior features. Each unit includes modern cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, upgraded bath finishes, and recessed lighting. The consistent scope of work across all structures limits deferred maintenance concerns and simplifies ongoing management. The location places residents within the Historic Central Avenue corridor, with proximity to Central Ave., neighborhood schools, parks, and transit routes connecting to Downtown LA, USC, Florence, and surrounding employment centers. At its current pricing, 1038 E. 53rd pairs 2025 renovation and construction with a 7.23% CAP and estimated 6% pre-tax return. he combination of condition, layout, and basis creates a practical opportunity that is difficult to replicate.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1038 E 53rd St
General
- Price: $1,365,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 25628207
- Updated: 2/18/2026
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Card/Code Access
- Other Features: None
Parking
- Garage Description: Uncovered
Location
- Area: Downtown L.A.
- County: Los Angeles
- Cross Streets: S. Central Ave & E. 53rd St.
- Driving Directions: Across the street from Aurora Elementary School and blocks from Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School and LA Academy Middle School.
- Direction Faces: North
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Wall
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 2
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Common Walls: Attached
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 3,357
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 2025
- Year Built Source: Owner
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 5
- Unit Type: 2106, 2107
Unit 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 3
Unit 2
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size: 4645
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Zoning: LAR2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $406.61
- Price Per Unit: 273000
- Assessment Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: As Is
- APN: 5103-023-025
Listed by Compass, Max Berger
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Schools
Schools serving 1038 E 53rd St
School District:Los Angeles Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Aurora Elementary School 1050 East 52nd Place, Los Angeles, CA 90011 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Los Angeles Academy Middle 644 56th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90011 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Nava College Preparatory Academy 1319 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90011 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1038 E 53rd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Price Reduced
$1,365,000
-8.94%
MLS
12/12/2025
Listed
$1,499,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1038 E 53rd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,046
211%
$405,755
257%
2023
$1,622
5%
$113,600
2%
2022
$1,552
1%
$111,374
2%
2021
$1,531
-1%
$109,191
1%
2020
$1,542
4%
$108,072
2%
2019
$1,489
6%
$105,954
2%
2018
$1,408
2%
$103,877
2%
2017
$1,376
3%
$101,841
2%
2016
$1,338
1%
$99,845
2%
2015
$1,320
-1%
$98,346
2%
2014
$1,334
—
$96,420
—
2013
$1,334
—
$95,985
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1038 E 53rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90011 (MLS# 25628207) is a Multi-Family property with units containing 7 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1038 E 53rd St is currently listed for $1,365,000 and was received on December 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 1038 E 53rd St? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Downtown L.A.? You can browse all Downtown L.A. real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

